On March 6, Roberts Academy students took an objectionably good field trip to the Middle District of Georgia Courthouse in Macon. Hosted by Judge Marc Treadwell, the visit gave students…
Knox struggled with reading and confidence—until he found Roberts Academy. Discover how this dyslexia-friendly school in Middle Georgia transformed his learning experience.
If you’ve ever wondered why a bright, articulate child struggles with reading, you’re not alone. Many Roberts Academy parents reported a gap between their children’s intelligence and their ability to…
Before finding Roberts Academy, school was a daily battle for the Lyon family. Despite Taylor’s best efforts, reading felt impossible, and frustration grew with every passing year. Despite their daughter…
Homework sessions filled with tears. Hours spent on assignments that seemed impossible. Heartbreaking comments from a child who felt he wasn’t as smart as his peers. This was life for…
For parents Heather and Jarred Mattox and their daughter, Carson, navigating the challenges of dyslexia was a daily struggle. Carson, a perfectionist by nature, battled a learning difference that left…
On Nov. 11, 2024, Roberts Academy hosted its inaugural Veterans Day Breakfast With the Brave Veterans Day Celebration. More than a dozen Veterans were in attendance, including 98-year-old Ralph Harris Stokes…
“Thank you for opening this school. You are improving so many lives, including mine,” said Carson Mattox, a fifth grader at Roberts Academy at Mercer University, during the elementary school’s…
Dyslexia Awareness Month in October is a great opportunity for our community to rally around dyslexic students and ensure they have the resources and support they need to succeed in…
Does your student struggle to write? Maybe their handwriting isn’t legible, or maybe they struggle to get their thoughts on paper. If this sounds familiar, they may have dysgraphia. According…
Dyslexia affects approximately 5-10% of the population, with some estimates reaching as high as 17%, according to the National Institutes of Health. It’s one of the most common learning differences…
If you’ve noticed your child melting down after school, despite seeming to have a great day in class, you may be witnessing something known as after-school restraint collapse. This emotional…
